Car Rental in Christchurch (Downtown)
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 11:50 on 2024-05-05. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$31 per day
Average car rental length
12 days
Speed limit within town
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 100 km/h or 50 - 62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$1.63 per liter or $6.17 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.44 per liter or $5.46 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$1.74 per liter or $6.60 / 1 gallon
Top 20 Locations near Christchurch (Downtown)
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9.7 km / 6 miles
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253 km / 157.2 miles
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303 km / 188.3 miles
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304.4 km / 189.1 miles
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307.8 km / 191.3 miles
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328.3 km / 204 miles
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351.7 km / 218.5 miles
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433.8 km / 269.6 miles
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466.8 km / 290.1 miles
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519.2 km / 322.6 miles
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573.3 km / 356.2 miles
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677.7 km / 421.1 miles
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717.6 km / 445.9 miles
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748 km / 464.8 miles
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757.3 km / 470.6 miles
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757.5 km / 470.7 miles
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758.3 km / 471.2 miles
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759.4 km / 471.9 miles
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760.1 km / 472.3 miles
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765 km / 475.3 miles
Map of Car Rental Locations
When are car rental prices the lowest in Christchurch (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in Christchurch (Downtown) varies by season. This graph compares prices from month to month in order to help you find the best time of year.
Average rental costs per day in Christchurch (Downtown)
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Christchurch (Downtown) is April — when rental costs average $22.70 per day. This is 44% cheaper than the yearly average and 61% cheaper than renting a car in June (when prices average $58.87 per day).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Christchurch (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in January the average rental period is 13 days, while in July, the average rental period is only 7 days.
Average number of rental days in Christchurch (Downtown)
What is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Christchurch (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in in Christchurch (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in Christchurch (Downtown) in January, while they are least likely to rent in in May.
Monthly searches in Christchurch (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Popular suppliers | Ezi Car Rental, Bargain Rental Cars, Budget |
| Popular car categories | SUVs, Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $12 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Bargain Rental Cars |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Yaris Cross | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Mazda Demio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Eclipse | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Nissan Bluebird Sedan | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Toyota Prius Hybrid | 4 | 2 | Large cars |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota C-HR | 4 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota Yaris Cross | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Ezi Car Rental
9.4 / 10
Lowest rated company
Dollar
7.6 / 10
Total number of reviews
2
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$30.83
Lowest daily price
$12.43
Total cars available
45
Top 7 Suppliers in Christchurch (Downtown) in 2024
Ezi Car Rental
+640800545000 / +6433592721
150 Kilmore Street, Central City, Christchurch
$32 - $161
Working hours
Mon:08:00-16:30
Tue:08:00-16:30
Wed:08:00-16:30
Thu:08:00-16:30
Fri:08:00-16:30
Thrifty
0800737070
150 Kilmore St
$61 - $179
Working hours
Mon:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Tue:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Wed:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Thu:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Fri:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Budget
039306102
150 Kilmore St
$99 - $102
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sat:08:00-17:00
Sun:08:00-17:00
Hertz
+64033652195
150 Kilmore St, Christchurch
Working hours
Mon:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Tue:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Wed:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Thu:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Fri:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Avis
039306103
150 Kilmore St
$126 - $192
Working hours
Mon:08:00-17:00
Tue:08:00-17:00
Wed:08:00-17:00
Thu:08:00-17:00
Fri:08:00-17:00
Sun:08:00-17:00
+640800566701
213 Main South Road, Hornby - Christchurch 8042
$12 - $120
Working hours
Mon:08:00-18:00
Tue:08:00-18:00
Wed:08:00-18:00
Thu:08:00-18:00
Fri:08:00-18:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-18:00
Dollar
0800243789
150 Kilmore St
Working hours
Mon:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Tue:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Wed:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Thu:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
Fri:08:30-11:30; 14:00-17:00
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